1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 419 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cougar | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
